How to Enroll in Dual Credit Classes (Step-by-Step)

Start by meeting with your high school counselor.
We’ll help you:

• Decide if dual credit is a good fit

• Discuss Goals/Make Plan

• Make sure classes meet graduation requirements

👉 This is the most important step.

Schedule a Meeting with Your Counselor 

Mr. Wasson (Last Names A-G)

Mr. Welch (Last Names H-M)

Mrs. White (Last Names N-Z)

You’ll connect with a college advisor who will:

• Help you choose specific classes

• Walk you through enrollment

• Explain timelines and expectations

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Once you’ve met with the college, you’ll register for your classes through them. 

You’ll complete:

• Course Direct From College Form (IHLA Form)

  1. One form for every class taking

• Advanced Opportunities (AO) participation form (if using funding)

  1. Needs to be filled out yearly is using Advanced Opportunity Funds

This ensures your credits are tracked correctly and funds distributed correctly.

During the semester:

• Stay in communication

• Keep up with coursework

• Reach out if you need help

We’re here to support you the whole way.

It depends on your goals. Your counselor will help you review classes that fit your graduation plan and future goals.  The college advisor can give more in depth information.

Many students begin in 10th or 11th grade, but it depends on readiness and planning. We have had some students take classes as early as 9th grade. Some Universities require student to be 16 years old before taking classes.

Yes—many can count toward graduation requirements. We’ll help advise you on classes that actually work for you in high school and college.

Idaho Advanced Opportunities funding may cover costs. Our Advanced Opportunity Advisor can walk you through it.